Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

It is a good point. I agree completely. We need to ensure this affords an opportunity for us to further advise people and publicise the fact the regime is being extended and people can apply. They can apply for new licences and extension of licences and those will be granted where appropriate. It speaks to what Deputy McAuliffe was saying earlier. It is devolved to the local authority officials as they are the best people to make the decision and we are not putting in street furniture in places that are inappropriate or going to hinder people in getting about their daily lives.

On protected structures and awnings, I mentioned in my opening statement that we have exempted outdoor heaters, awnings and so on full stop. If a person wanted to put an awning on a protected structure he or she would require planning permission.